Top expertise
We are thrilled to have Karrina Mountfort, Founder of Webbased AI and The AI Assembly, as a key panelist for our inaugural HerAIStory Launch Event: AI Unveiled!
Karrina brings a wealth of practical experience in leveraging AI within real-world business contexts. As a founder of The AI Assembly and a leader in her own ventures, she deeply understands how to identify core business problems and craft effective, deliverable AI solutions that genuinely work for them. She expertly harnesses existing subscriptions and platforms to make AI work effectively for businesses.
From Karrina’s insights, attendees can expect to learn actionable strategies for integrating AI into their daily operations, understanding how to get started with AI development (including no-code solutions), and practical ways to enhance efficiency and empower their work. She will share invaluable perspectives on making AI accessible and achievable for businesses of all sizes in NZ.
Biography
Karrina Mountfort is a visionary leader and the driving force behind Webbased AI and The AI Assembly. With a deep-seated passion for making complex technology accessible and actionable, Karrina has dedicated her career to empowering businesses and individuals to confidently navigate the rapidly evolving landscape of Artificial Intelligence.
As the Founder of Webbased AI, Karrina has been at the forefront of developing practical AI solutions that deliver tangible results for businesses, particularly Small to Medium Enterprises (SMEs). Her unique strength lies in her ability to precisely identify core business challenges and then craft effective, deliverable AI solutions that seamlessly integrate with existing operations. She leverages expertise in transforming administrative burdens into opportunities for efficiency and growth by harnessing everyday digital tools and subscriptions.
This commitment to real-world application led her to found The AI Assembly. Born from the recognition that many in Aotearoa – from students and graduates to seasoned professionals and business owners – feel overwhelmed by AI, The AI Assembly is Karrina's answer to building a supportive community. Her vision is to provide clear pathways for learning, foster genuine connections, and ensure that practical AI insights are accessible and achievable for everyone.
Karrina is a firm believer in the power of connection and collaboration. She champions the idea that by bringing together diverse perspectives – whether from academia, industry, business, or technology providers – we can collectively demystify AI and unlock its immense potential for New Zealand. Her work focuses on empowering individuals to not only understand AI but to harness it safely, confidently, and and effectively to enhance their daily lives and drive innovation within their organisations. Through her leadership, Karrina is actively nurturing the next generation of AI talent and ensuring that Aotearoa remains at the forefront of AI adoption and development.